It's the Same World
Originally released in 1981. It's the Same World is a documentary film. directed by Dick Young. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tom Sullivan
Synopsis
It's the Same World is a 1980 American short documentary film produced by Dick Young. Shot on location in various parts of the world, it depicts children in the Philippines who can neither hear nor speak, a brain-damaged child in India, an Ethiopian cripple learning a trade so that he can support his family with dignity, and a Mexican polio victim, whose mother uses therapy to help her daughter walk. Also featured is Terry Fox, the Canadian youth who lost his right leg to cancer and yet set out to run across Canada. The world of the disabled is not a special world, but the same world in which we all live. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is It's the Same World about?
It's the Same World is a 1980 American short documentary film produced by Dick Young. Shot on location in various parts of the world, it depicts children in the Philippines who can neither hear nor...
Who directed It's the Same World?
It's the Same World was directed by Dick Young.
How long is It's the Same World?
It's the Same World has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was It's the Same World released?
It's the Same World was released on October 1, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in It's the Same World?
The main cast of It's the Same World includes Tom Sullivan.